Honorable

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1. Adjective

Worthy of honor; fit to be esteemed or regarded; estimable; illustrious.

2. Adjective

High-minded; actuated by principles of honor, or a scrupulous regard to probity, rectitude, or reputation.

3. Adjective

Proceeding from an upright and laudable cause, or directed to a just and proper end; not base; irreproachable; fair; as, an honorable motive.

4. Adjective

Conferring honor, or produced by noble deeds.

5. Adjective

Worthy of respect; regarded with esteem; to be commended; consistent with honor or rectitude.

6. Adjective

Performed or accompanied with marks of honor, or with testimonies of esteem; an honorable burial.

7. Adjective

Of reputable association or use; respectable.

8. Adjective

An epithet of respect or distinction; as, the honorable Senate; the honorable gentleman.
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